Common Questions
The part I need is discontinued. Can you still make it?
Yes. This is one of the most common reasons clients come to us. Send a photo, a worn original, a part number, or dimensions — our designers can reverse-engineer from any of those and produce a replacement part using 3D printing, CNC, or other fabrication methods. No original CAD file required.
How fast can you quote a replacement part?
If you have a CAD file, you can get fabrication quotes in minutes using our instant quote tool. If you're starting from a photo or a broken part, post a project and our network typically responds within hours. For urgent situations, use the chat button — we can often expedite.
Do you work with maintenance and facilities teams?
Yes, and this is where we're often fastest. Maintenance and facilities buyers typically know exactly what they need — even if the part no longer exists in a catalog. We've helped teams replace conveyor components, machine housings, fixtures, brackets, and specialty fasteners that distributors can no longer source.
What types of parts can you fabricate?
Our fabricator network supports 3D printing (FDM, SLA, Multi Jet Fusion), CNC machining, and more. Replacement parts, custom brackets, fixtures, enclosures, prototype runs — if it can be described or photographed, we can usually fabricate it. Post your project and let the network quote it.
How are parts delivered?
You3Dit supports local hand-off for nearby fabricators, courier or same-day delivery for urgent local orders, and standard carriers (UPS, FedEx, USPS) for broader delivery. You set the timeline — fabricators quote to meet it.
What does it cost?
Posting a project is free. Fabrication cost depends on complexity, material, and process — you receive competitive quotes from our network and choose what fits your budget and timeline. If you have a CAD file, use the instant quote tool for an immediate estimate.
Who fabricates the parts?
You3Dit's network includes vetted mechanical engineers, industrial designers, and fabricators with professional-grade equipment. Our community has served clients including Cisco, Autodesk, UC Berkeley, and operations teams across manufacturing, healthcare, and defense.